Pharmacy Tech

US Oncology Network-wide Career Opportunities; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Cancer Center in Providence Hospital is hiring a Pharmacy Assistant to support licensed pharmacy operations under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist.

The role covers medication preparation, packaging, labeling, inventory control, data entry, and compliance with safety standards and OSHA guidelines.

Candidates need a high school diploma, 0–3 years pharmacy experience, accuracy, sitting/standing for long periods, and the ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 0-3 years of experience in a pharmacy setting.
• Ability to perform manual tasks with precision and attention to detail.
• Must be able to sit/stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 lbs.
• Corrected vision and hearing required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing medication orders under supervision.
• Verify patient and physician information for accuracy.
• Admix drugs per department and OSHA guidelines.
• Calculate dosage volumes and convert between metric/apothecary equivalents.
• Maintain controlled drug counts and proper disposal of materials.
• Support inventory control, temperature logs, and documentation of lot numbers.
• Prepare labels, file records, and assist with billing and data entry.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual tasks

Medication handling

Accuracy

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

We're Hiring: Pharmacy Assistant

Southern Cancer Center is hiring a Pharmacy Assistant to support our licensed pharmacy operations under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist at our Providence Hospital location.

Position Overview

As a Pharmacy Assistant, you will perform technical, nonjudgmental tasks related to medication preparation, distribution, inventory control, and record keeping. Your work will be verified by a registered pharmacist or nurse, and you'll play a key role in ensuring safe and efficient pharmacy operations.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing medication orders, including compounding and admixing under supervision.
• Verify patient and physician information for accuracy.
• Admix drugs per department and OSHA guidelines.
• Calculate dosage volumes and convert between metric/apothecary equivalents.
• Maintain controlled drug counts and proper disposal of materials.
• Support inventory control, temperature logs, and documentation of lot numbers.
• Prepare labels, file records, and assist with billing and data entry.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 0-3 years of experience in a pharmacy setting.
• Ability to perform manual tasks with precision and attention to detail.
• Must be able to sit/stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 lbs.
• Corrected vision and hearing required.

Work Environment

• Exposure to patients and medicinal substances, including chemotherapeutic agents.
• Reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

Compliance

This role supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards. State laws may restrict certain tasks to licensed individuals.